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New Modes so you can separate your work and personal Gigs and payments

We’re improving your Get Workers experience by introducing Business and Personal Mode. When we first launched Get Workers, we weren’t sure how we would categorize the bulk of our staffing requests. Would users source workers for hourly Shift Gigs on short notice, supplement their business staffing during peak seasons, or hire local home improvement pros? […]

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How to Hire a Handyman

How to Hire a Handyman

It can be a challenge to complete commercial and residential repair or improvement projects. Researching workers, gathering quotes, comparing prices, checking references, and interviewing potential workers takes time and effort. Using multiple companies or specialized individuals for each project can become tedious – and expensive. With a handyman, you can complete multiple tasks in one […]

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How Temporary Construction Labor Can Benefit Your Business

While it’s vital to have full-time employees, fluctuations in demand for your construction services can make temporary labor a necessity. Not only can supplementing your workforce with temporary employees give you access to workers with skills you may not have access to otherwise, but it will help you save money during the slower times. Using […]

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Using the Get Workers Hiring App: A Real-Life User Review

Using the Get Workers Hiring App: A Real-Life User Review

I have created hundreds of test gig posts, but shockingly, I’ve never actually used the GigSmart Get Workers app from start to finish; to post a gig, hire a worker, and have work completed. However, spending more time at home due to the coronavirus pandemic has led to tackling new home projects. Bank of America […]

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Learn How to Tackle all of your Home Projects with the Help of Temporary Workers

Learn How to Tackle all of your Home Projects with the Help of Temporary Workers

Summer is officially here, and so are all the seasonal household projects/chores that come with it. But instead of worrying about how you’re going to get all of the projects piling up on your todo list done, don’t sweat it, or even lift a finger. The GigSmart Get Workers app helps you find temporary workers […]

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GigSmart Gig Workers Earn 135% More Than Federal Minimum Hourly Wage

GigSmart just turned one! Well, actually, our official launch anniversary was last month, but now that the New Year’s dust has settled and the holidays are behind us, we wanted to take some time to reflect on all we accomplished in 2019. If you aren’t familiar with GigSmart, our hiring platform connects businesses looking for […]

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